How To: Install Liftmaster LA500 Gate Opener

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Published 2021-06-06
How To Install Liftmaster LA500 Gate Opener. In this video you will learn how to install a Liftmaster LA500 PKGU dual gate opener with the controller indoors in a remote location. This video also shows how all terminations are made.

Equipment & Tools Used
▸Liftmaster LA500 PKGU
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▸10 Gauge THHN Stranded Wire
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▸Extra Remotes
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▸Electrical Tape
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▸Gloves
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Timestamps
00:00 Intro
1:36 Explanation of Set-Up
6:50 Pulling Wire
11:07 Wire Connections
16:18 Installing Controller
21:33 Controller Components

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All Comments (21)
  • @travis7500
    I almost didn't watch this video, because I don't think think I was going with a liftmaster opener. But boy am I glad I did! I'm a homeowner in the middle of DIYing a wall and gate project, and this ABSOLUTELY has been a eureka moment on how I'm going to do the wiring for the opener. I'm a smart guy, and I've been thinking about how I'm going to do this project. Putting the control box remotely and not worrying about mounting the box right next to the openers removes so many issues for me, and it'll make it a much more attractive install. Thank you for this fantastic video! This is why I love youtube.
  • @ranger3889
    Great job! As a 40 year electrician and contractor I appreciate the excellent workmanship and professional looking installation! Keep that going and you’ll be very successful I have no doubt!
  • @necontracting
    FIRST CLASS install! Great suggestion to increase wire size due to length and potential voltage drop given the distance the controller is from the operators! Keep up the good work! THANK YOU!
  • @jacol811
    Great video finally I have an idea how to wire my gate operator, which is sitting in the box for last two years😂
  • @twilliam6820
    Wish I had mounted controller in different location. Looks good!
  • Do you have set up(wiring) the maglock to LA 500 control board?
  • @minarimon3106
    Can I use this swing machine to make foldable pool cover but of course without using the photocell??
  • @leonardsmith82
    Great video. I’m attempting the same thing, however I can’t get the arm to manually unlock to mount it to the gate(prior to termination) Any ideas on getting that pin to move so I can mount it to the gate?
  • @TimGray-gi1si
    Any issues with the remote range with the controller in the garage?
  • Can the motor be works without the photo eye protector? I try to install myself and the terminal from photo eye keep blinking on is that because the photo eye is not connected?
  • how long was that new bracket you made on the post? i have a similar situation. and what size is the hole you drilled for it?
  • @ConradCalvin1
    Great Job! Can I ask you, how long is the bracket you had to custom make?  1) More specifically, how far past the "hinge" did the bracket go? Distance from Hinge to hole for actuator? 2) What was the distance from about the centre of the hinge to the inside of the bracket? Do you have the specs? I am in a jam right now...and I'm trying to make my gate a push-to-open as well.
  • @grcerosa
    Great job guys. I noticed the LiftMaster 500 only handles a gate up to 13 feet if you have a 15 foot gate that weighs under 200 pounds would you still be able to use it instead of a two arm system? Also when the gates closes… How does the gate lock down, so nobody can push the gate open….or is there a separate locking system?